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C500 LOB

1986 Honda VF500

White Petrol 499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2019
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

27,637 mi
Last recorded27,637 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2018
Typical for 1986 Honda VF50032,770 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Honda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC500 LOB
MakeHonda
ModelVF500
Year1986
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2018 27,637 miles

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2018 27,637 miles

Rear Drive chain excessively loose (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 May 2017 26,356 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 24,827 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 23,889 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2014 22,704 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 21,225 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 20,707 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Rear Brake disc(s) has slight run out (3.2.A1m)

Pass 26 Mar 2011 19,658 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 18,545 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 18,110 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2007 16,413 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2007 16,391 miles

Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 2 Jun 2006 14,780 miles

How Reliable is the Honda VF500?

Based on 2,334 MOT tests across 405 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
271
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
405
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 90
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 24
Handlebar handgrip not secure to handlebars. 22
Exhaust is leaking and excessively noisey 20
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 16
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C500 LOB is a 1986 Honda VF500 in White with a 499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1986 Honda VF500 models, the average MOT pass rate is 83.6% with a typical mileage of 32,770 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Honda VF500 fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 90 recorded failures. If you're considering buying C500 LOB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda VF500 typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 40 years old, this Honda VF500 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of C500 LOB?

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What year was C500 LOB registered?

C500 LOB is a 1986 Honda VF500, first registered on 9 July 1986.

Is C500 LOB safe to buy?

The MOT history for C500 LOB shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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